Volunteer: Adventure Tails**Please arrive 15 minutes early to get setup! This will help maximize your adventure time!** The purpose of this volunteer program is to provide out of shelter enrichment for some of our available dogs for adoption. Our efforts will include documenting these little adventures and posting photos and short videos to our social media sites. We want to encourage people to adopt a shelter dog, by showing them how much fun it is to have a companion with you running errands, getting breakfast, or taking a stroll in the park. You may download these protocols HERE as well! Program: Shelter Operations **Please arrive 15 minutes early to get setup! This will help maximize your adventure time!** The purpose of this volunteer program is to provide out of shelter enrichment for some of our available dogs for adoption. Our efforts will include documenting these little adventures and posting photos and short videos to our social media sites. We want to encourage people to adopt a shelter dog, by showing them how much fun it is to have a companion with you running errands, getting breakfast, or taking a stroll in the park. You may download these protocols HERE as well! Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Advocacy Club - Animal AmbassadorLove animal welfare and want to help inspire a passion for advocacy in high schoolers? This is the volunteer opportunity for you! Join us for Animal Advocacy Club, designed for children ages 14-18. Participants will discuss animal welfare as it relates to a variety of topics (such as ethical adoption) and how it relates to animal ownership while spending time with an animal. **Must be a qualified Animal Ambassador Handler with a current background check.** Program: Youth Programs Love animal welfare and want to help inspire a passion for advocacy in high schoolers? This is the volunteer opportunity for you! Join us for Animal Advocacy Club, designed for children ages 14-18. Participants will discuss animal welfare as it relates to a variety of topics (such as ethical adoption) and how it relates to animal ownership while spending time with an animal. **Must be a qualified Animal Ambassador Handler with a current background check.** Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Bagging Pet FoodOur Pet Food Bank receives donations of opened bags of dog and cat food. To maintain food safety standards and for ease of distribution, these are separated into individuals Ziplock bags. Assist our team by sorting and clearly labeling the open foods. This opportunity can be done standing or sitting and requires clear handwriting for labeling. Program: Pet Help Center Our Pet Food Bank receives donations of opened bags of dog and cat food. To maintain food safety standards and for ease of distribution, these are separated into individuals Ziplock bags. Assist our team by sorting and clearly labeling the open foods. This opportunity can be done standing or sitting and requires clear handwriting for labeling. Program: Pet Help Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Cat Kennel HousekeepingWe need dedicated and committed volunteers to assist Animal Care Associates in keeping our cats kennels clean and sanitary for the betterment of the animals in our care. *Please read the below forms and watch the informative training video prior to your first shift*: Cat Kennel Cleaning Guidelines Cat kennel Cleaning ChecklistDuties/Responsibilities: - MUST CHANGE GLOVES AFTER CLEANING INDIVIDUAL KENNELS OR ROOMS - Clean kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the animals. - Sanitizing food and water bowls. - Sanitizing toys. - Assist Animal Care Associates with other required duties such as cleaning beds, windows and floors. - Ability and desire to work with animals. - Self-motivated and have the ability to make appropriate judgment calls and ask questions when needed. - Able to complete multiple tasks, have good communication skills and be able to follow shelter safety protocol as outlined in the volunteer information guide. - Good communication and listening skills. - Willingness to maintain sanitation of all animal areas. - Ability to tolerate odors. - Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. - Ability to complete manual labor. Program: Shelter Operations We need dedicated and committed volunteers to assist Animal Care Associates in keeping our cats kennels clean and sanitary for the betterment of the animals in our care. *Please read the below forms and watch the informative training video prior to your first shift*: Cat Kennel Cleaning Guidelines Cat kennel Cleaning ChecklistDuties/Responsibilities: - MUST CHANGE GLOVES AFTER CLEANING INDIVIDUAL KENNELS OR ROOMS - Clean kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the animals. - Sanitizing food and water bowls. - Sanitizing toys. - Assist Animal Care Associates with other required duties such as cleaning beds, windows and floors. - Ability and desire to work with animals. - Self-motivated and have the ability to make appropriate judgment calls and ask questions when needed. - Able to complete multiple tasks, have good communication skills and be able to follow shelter safety protocol as outlined in the volunteer information guide. - Good communication and listening skills. - Willingness to maintain sanitation of all animal areas. - Ability to tolerate odors. - Ability to lift up to 25 lbs. - Ability to complete manual labor. Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Cat Yoga Wrangler 2025Join us as a Cat Wrangler for our public Cat Yoga sessions this summer! Cat Wranglers will be responsible for helping set up the yoga class, checking in guests, keeping cats safe and engaged, and helping clean throughout and post event. Instructions will be provided ahead of your scheduled class. Program: Special Events Join us as a Cat Wrangler for our public Cat Yoga sessions this summer! Cat Wranglers will be responsible for helping set up the yoga class, checking in guests, keeping cats safe and engaged, and helping clean throughout and post event. Instructions will be provided ahead of your scheduled class. Program: Special Events Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208-6296 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Clinic Services Afternoon Canine Kennel CleaningBe part of providing access to high-volume, high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter services in the most humble of ways: Assist the HSC Clinic Services Team by overseeing the cleanliness of the canine room and assisting with general cleaning of surgery after patients are discharged for the day! Through these spay/neuter efforts, HSC supports the community in reducing the unwanted pet population and thereby reduces our community's euthanasia rate. PLEASE REPORT TO CLINIC SERVICES LOBBY FOR THIS POSITION. This kennel cleaning position is different from helping with the Animal Care kennels! DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Cleaning kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the surgical patients (this includes poop scooping, bending to lift beds/bedding, bowls, etc.). Once all the kennels are cleaned for the end of day, assist Clinic Services team with other cleaning duties of surgery such as sweeping/mopping the floors, lint rolling surgical packs for the next day, etc. This volunteer role does include crouching, kneeling, bending to clean within kennels, scrubbing the floors, etc. Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry and other items impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers may be in the room while the surgical team is actively removing pets from kennels to send them home and would need to be aware of their surroundings to ensure they aren't obstructing any pathways or occupied kennels for the pets to leave the room.
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT PROVIDED: One-on-one instruction will be provided by a member of the HSC Clinic Services Team. Gloves and any other tools necessary for cleaning will be provided. Program: Clinic Services Be part of providing access to high-volume, high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter services in the most humble of ways: Assist the HSC Clinic Services Team by overseeing the cleanliness of the canine room and assisting with general cleaning of surgery after patients are discharged for the day! Through these spay/neuter efforts, HSC supports the community in reducing the unwanted pet population and thereby reduces our community's euthanasia rate. PLEASE REPORT TO CLINIC SERVICES LOBBY FOR THIS POSITION. This kennel cleaning position is different from helping with the Animal Care kennels! DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Cleaning kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the surgical patients (this includes poop scooping, bending to lift beds/bedding, bowls, etc.). Once all the kennels are cleaned for the end of day, assist Clinic Services team with other cleaning duties of surgery such as sweeping/mopping the floors, lint rolling surgical packs for the next day, etc. This volunteer role does include crouching, kneeling, bending to clean within kennels, scrubbing the floors, etc. Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry and other items impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers may be in the room while the surgical team is actively removing pets from kennels to send them home and would need to be aware of their surroundings to ensure they aren't obstructing any pathways or occupied kennels for the pets to leave the room.
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT PROVIDED: One-on-one instruction will be provided by a member of the HSC Clinic Services Team. Gloves and any other tools necessary for cleaning will be provided. Program: Clinic Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Clinic Services Afternoon Feline Kennel CleaningBe part of providing access to high-volume, high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter services in the most humble of ways: Assist the HSC Clinic Services Team by overseeing the cleanliness of the feline room and assisting with general cleaning of surgery after patients are discharged for the day! Through these spay/neuter efforts, HSC supports the community in reducing the unwanted pet population and thereby reduces our community's euthanasia rate. PLEASE REPORT TO CLINIC SERVICES LOBBY FOR THIS POSITION. This kennel cleaning position is different from helping with the Animal Care kennels! DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Cleaning kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the surgical patients (this includes poop scooping, bending to lift beds/bedding, bowls, etc.). Once all the kennels are cleaned for the end of day, assist Clinic Services team with other cleaning duties of surgery such as sweeping/mopping the floors, lint rolling surgical packs for the next day, etc. This volunteer role does include crouching, kneeling, bending to clean within kennels, scrubbing the floors, etc. Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry and other items impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers may be in the room while the surgical team is actively removing pets from kennels to send them home and would need to be aware of their surroundings to ensure they aren't obstructing any pathways or occupied kennels for the pets to leave the room.
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT PROVIDED: One-on-one instruction will be provided by a member of the HSC Clinic Services Team. Gloves and any other tools necessary for cleaning will be provide Program: Clinic Services Be part of providing access to high-volume, high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter services in the most humble of ways: Assist the HSC Clinic Services Team by overseeing the cleanliness of the feline room and assisting with general cleaning of surgery after patients are discharged for the day! Through these spay/neuter efforts, HSC supports the community in reducing the unwanted pet population and thereby reduces our community's euthanasia rate. PLEASE REPORT TO CLINIC SERVICES LOBBY FOR THIS POSITION. This kennel cleaning position is different from helping with the Animal Care kennels! DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES: Cleaning kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the surgical patients (this includes poop scooping, bending to lift beds/bedding, bowls, etc.). Once all the kennels are cleaned for the end of day, assist Clinic Services team with other cleaning duties of surgery such as sweeping/mopping the floors, lint rolling surgical packs for the next day, etc. This volunteer role does include crouching, kneeling, bending to clean within kennels, scrubbing the floors, etc. Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry and other items impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers may be in the room while the surgical team is actively removing pets from kennels to send them home and would need to be aware of their surroundings to ensure they aren't obstructing any pathways or occupied kennels for the pets to leave the room.
VOLUNTEER SUPPORT PROVIDED: One-on-one instruction will be provided by a member of the HSC Clinic Services Team. Gloves and any other tools necessary for cleaning will be provide Program: Clinic Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Clinic Services Exam Room CleanerMUST BE 18 Years Old As an Exam Room Cleaner, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for both animal patients and staff. Your efforts will help minimize the risk of disease transmission and ensure a welcoming space for pet owners. Responsibilities include: Wiping down exam room surfaces between appointments to prevent the spread of germs and contaminants.Properly disposing of medical waste such as used gauze, vaccine vials, and testing materials.Mopping up animal messes such as urine, drool, etc in both exam rooms and lobby areas.Restocking supplies as needed and alerting staff when more are required.Assisting with general tidying to ensure rooms are clean and ready for the next patient.Following all safety and sanitation protocols as instructed by veterinary staff.Lobby assistance as neededThis position is ideal for individuals interested in animal care and infection control, and who are comfortable with basic cleaning tasks in a medical setting. Please watch the following videos to prepare for the opportunity! (only up to 1:20 )Safety with needles! Exam Room Cleaning Program: Clinic Services MUST BE 18 Years Old As an Exam Room Cleaner, you will play an important role in maintaining a clean, safe, and sanitary environment for both animal patients and staff. Your efforts will help minimize the risk of disease transmission and ensure a welcoming space for pet owners. Responsibilities include: Wiping down exam room surfaces between appointments to prevent the spread of germs and contaminants.Properly disposing of medical waste such as used gauze, vaccine vials, and testing materials.Mopping up animal messes such as urine, drool, etc in both exam rooms and lobby areas.Restocking supplies as needed and alerting staff when more are required.Assisting with general tidying to ensure rooms are clean and ready for the next patient.Following all safety and sanitation protocols as instructed by veterinary staff.Lobby assistance as neededThis position is ideal for individuals interested in animal care and infection control, and who are comfortable with basic cleaning tasks in a medical setting. Please watch the following videos to prepare for the opportunity! (only up to 1:20 )Safety with needles! Exam Room Cleaning Program: Clinic Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Clinic Services Laundry SpecialistBe part of providing access to high-volume, high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter services in the most humble of ways: help the Clinic Services team with the laundry that is generated as we do surgeries. Through these spay/neuter efforts, HSC supports the community in reducing the unwanted pet population and thereby reduces our community's euthanasia rate. PLEASE REPORT TO CLINIC SERVICES LOBBY FOR THIS POSITION. This laundry position is different from helping with the shelter laundry! MUST BE 18 years old Description of the duties: Assist the HSC Clinic Service Team by overseeing laundry; volunteers will help us keep our washing machine and dryer running with loads of surgical and animal care laundry. They'll also help fold and put away the items. Ability to operate a washer and dryer and fold laundry (we can teach you how to use our machines if you aren't familiar with such domestic bliss- all levels of "laundry skill" needed and welcome!). Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers will also need the attention to detail to ensure every item is fully dry before folding and storing. Ability to appreciate a humble job done well appreciated.
Volunteer support provided: -One-on-one instruction will be provided by a member of the HSC Clinic Services Team. -Gloves will be provided for the handling of messy items. Program: Clinic Services Be part of providing access to high-volume, high-quality, low-cost spay/neuter services in the most humble of ways: help the Clinic Services team with the laundry that is generated as we do surgeries. Through these spay/neuter efforts, HSC supports the community in reducing the unwanted pet population and thereby reduces our community's euthanasia rate. PLEASE REPORT TO CLINIC SERVICES LOBBY FOR THIS POSITION. This laundry position is different from helping with the shelter laundry! MUST BE 18 years old Description of the duties: Assist the HSC Clinic Service Team by overseeing laundry; volunteers will help us keep our washing machine and dryer running with loads of surgical and animal care laundry. They'll also help fold and put away the items. Ability to operate a washer and dryer and fold laundry (we can teach you how to use our machines if you aren't familiar with such domestic bliss- all levels of "laundry skill" needed and welcome!). Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers will also need the attention to detail to ensure every item is fully dry before folding and storing. Ability to appreciate a humble job done well appreciated.
Volunteer support provided: -One-on-one instruction will be provided by a member of the HSC Clinic Services Team. -Gloves will be provided for the handling of messy items. Program: Clinic Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Clinic Services MaestroHelp Clinic Services maintain safe and smooth Spay/Neuter procedures and patient recovery by tackling post-op instrument sanitation and surgical pack preparations. Ensure that patient care and recovery remain a top priority for the Clinic by helping them keep up with some side work. Duties: Surgical instruments are scrubbed, soaked and sanitized before they are wrapped and autoclaved for next sterile use. Utilizing experience from at least 1 prior training shift, as well as, reference documentation provided at the station, the Maestro conducts the vital process of instrument sanitation and surgical pack preparation. **Please be advised that active surgical and anesthetic procedures will be taking place during the course of this position. Alarming sites, sounds and smells may be encountered. Please know that all animals remain in High Quality care and are professionally and compassionately cared for while in our facilities.** Sign up for the mandatory training shift here Program: Clinic Services Help Clinic Services maintain safe and smooth Spay/Neuter procedures and patient recovery by tackling post-op instrument sanitation and surgical pack preparations. Ensure that patient care and recovery remain a top priority for the Clinic by helping them keep up with some side work. Duties: Surgical instruments are scrubbed, soaked and sanitized before they are wrapped and autoclaved for next sterile use. Utilizing experience from at least 1 prior training shift, as well as, reference documentation provided at the station, the Maestro conducts the vital process of instrument sanitation and surgical pack preparation. **Please be advised that active surgical and anesthetic procedures will be taking place during the course of this position. Alarming sites, sounds and smells may be encountered. Please know that all animals remain in High Quality care and are professionally and compassionately cared for while in our facilities.** Sign up for the mandatory training shift here Program: Clinic Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Clinic Services Support VolunteerClinic Services Support Volunteer
Description of the duties: Assist the HSC Clinic Service Team by overseeing laundry; volunteers will help us keep our washing machine and dryer running with loads of surgical and animal care laundry. They'll also help fold and put away the items. Ability to operate a washer and dryer and fold laundry (we can teach you how to use our machines if you aren't familiar with such domestic bliss- all levels of "laundry skill" needed and welcome!). Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers will also need the attention to detail to ensure every item is fully dry before folding and storing. Cleaning kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the surgical patients (this includes poop scooping, bending to lift beds/bedding, bowls, etc.). Assisting Clinic Services team with other cleaning duties of surgery such as sweeping/mopping the floors, lint rolling surgical packs for the next day, etc. This volunteer role does include crouching, kneeling, bending to clean within kennels, scrubbing the floors, etc. Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry and other items impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers may be in the room while the surgical team is actively removing pets from kennels to send them to surgery and would need to be aware of their surroundings to ensure they aren't obstructing any pathways or occupied kennels for the pets to leave the room.VOLUNTEER SUPPORT PROVIDED: **Please be advised that active surgical and anesthetic procedures will be taking place during the course of this position. Alarming sites, sounds and smells may be encountered. Please know that all animals remain in High Quality care and are professionally and compassionately cared for while in our facilities.** Program: Clinic Services Clinic Services Support Volunteer
Description of the duties: Assist the HSC Clinic Service Team by overseeing laundry; volunteers will help us keep our washing machine and dryer running with loads of surgical and animal care laundry. They'll also help fold and put away the items. Ability to operate a washer and dryer and fold laundry (we can teach you how to use our machines if you aren't familiar with such domestic bliss- all levels of "laundry skill" needed and welcome!). Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers will also need the attention to detail to ensure every item is fully dry before folding and storing. Cleaning kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the surgical patients (this includes poop scooping, bending to lift beds/bedding, bowls, etc.). Assisting Clinic Services team with other cleaning duties of surgery such as sweeping/mopping the floors, lint rolling surgical packs for the next day, etc. This volunteer role does include crouching, kneeling, bending to clean within kennels, scrubbing the floors, etc. Volunteers will need to be able to tolerate handling potentially smelly or soiled items (including laundry and other items impacted by urine/pee, feces/poop, blood, or vomit; disposable gloves provided). Volunteers may be in the room while the surgical team is actively removing pets from kennels to send them to surgery and would need to be aware of their surroundings to ensure they aren't obstructing any pathways or occupied kennels for the pets to leave the room.VOLUNTEER SUPPORT PROVIDED: **Please be advised that active surgical and anesthetic procedures will be taking place during the course of this position. Alarming sites, sounds and smells may be encountered. Please know that all animals remain in High Quality care and are professionally and compassionately cared for while in our facilities.** Program: Clinic Services Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Customer Service ConciergeDo you like meeting and talking with people? Our Ambassadors meet and greet shelter visitors, guide them to adoption areas and answer frequently asked questions (cheat-sheet provided). This position is vital to the adoption of our animals. Duties include: Greeting visitors in a friendly, welcoming tone. Provide brief information about Adoption Center, Retail/Café and how to meet an animal. Get potential adopters signed in to our Adoption Queue. Help with maintaining lobby by cleaning floors, cleaning windows. Accepting in-kind donations. Opening doors for visitors. Looking for volunteers who are eager to welcome people, and provide them with the support/information they are looking for. Must be able to work on your feet for most of the shift. Training is provided on-site and no prior experience is necessary!
Program: Shelter Operations Do you like meeting and talking with people? Our Ambassadors meet and greet shelter visitors, guide them to adoption areas and answer frequently asked questions (cheat-sheet provided). This position is vital to the adoption of our animals. Duties include: Greeting visitors in a friendly, welcoming tone. Provide brief information about Adoption Center, Retail/Café and how to meet an animal. Get potential adopters signed in to our Adoption Queue. Help with maintaining lobby by cleaning floors, cleaning windows. Accepting in-kind donations. Opening doors for visitors. Looking for volunteers who are eager to welcome people, and provide them with the support/information they are looking for. Must be able to work on your feet for most of the shift. Training is provided on-site and no prior experience is necessary!
Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Development Administrative SupportThe duties for this volunteer position include: - Stuff envelopes with acknowledgement letters to be mailed to donors - Accuracy & high attention to detail as it relates to the correct spelling/entry of donor information is essential to this role - Follow HSC confidentiality guidelines with sensitive donor information - Self-motivated, able to make appropriate judgment calls and ask questions when needed - Positive and friendly attitude - Ability to work independently Program: Administrative The duties for this volunteer position include: - Stuff envelopes with acknowledgement letters to be mailed to donors - Accuracy & high attention to detail as it relates to the correct spelling/entry of donor information is essential to this role - Follow HSC confidentiality guidelines with sensitive donor information - Self-motivated, able to make appropriate judgment calls and ask questions when needed - Positive and friendly attitude - Ability to work independently Program: Administrative Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dog Kennel HousekeepingDedicated and committed volunteers to assist Animal Care Associates in keeping kennels clean and sanitary for the betterment of the animals in our care. *This is for kennel cleaning only and not part of the dog walking training* Please read the below documents and watch the training video prior to your first shift or as a refresher: Training Video Dog Kennel Cleaning Guidelines Dog Kennel Cleaning ChecklistDuties/Responsibilities: • Clean kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the animals (this includes poop scooping, bending to lift beds/bedding, bowls, toys, etc.). • Sanitizing food bowls, toys, water bowls. • Sanitizing beds/bedding. • Assist Animal Care Associates with other required duties such as cleaning beds, windows, and floors.
Volunteers will report to HSC Animal Care Associates. *If front doors are locked you can enter through the clinic lobby (M-F) or come to the staff door near the clinic and knock for a staff member to let you in. Support provided: -Equipment will be provided that permits safe handling and disposal of animal waste products (that is, poop). Disposable gloves provided. -Animal Care Associates will provide day of training. Program: Shelter Operations Dedicated and committed volunteers to assist Animal Care Associates in keeping kennels clean and sanitary for the betterment of the animals in our care. *This is for kennel cleaning only and not part of the dog walking training* Please read the below documents and watch the training video prior to your first shift or as a refresher: Training Video Dog Kennel Cleaning Guidelines Dog Kennel Cleaning ChecklistDuties/Responsibilities: • Clean kennels to maintain sanitation and health of the animals (this includes poop scooping, bending to lift beds/bedding, bowls, toys, etc.). • Sanitizing food bowls, toys, water bowls. • Sanitizing beds/bedding. • Assist Animal Care Associates with other required duties such as cleaning beds, windows, and floors.
Volunteers will report to HSC Animal Care Associates. *If front doors are locked you can enter through the clinic lobby (M-F) or come to the staff door near the clinic and knock for a staff member to let you in. Support provided: -Equipment will be provided that permits safe handling and disposal of animal waste products (that is, poop). Disposable gloves provided. -Animal Care Associates will provide day of training. Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dog Playgroup AssistantFor many shelter dogs, getting the opportunity to play and communicate with other dogs can be incredibly beneficial and enriching. Playgroups are also used to help determine dog skills. Regular species interaction has been shown to increase adoptability. It also brings additional peace of mind for adoption counselors with recommending the best match to adopters. Having additional volunteers trained in facilitating playgroups the easier it is to ensure a safe and happy playgroup. Our goal is to create a core group of volunteers to help our team run playgroups more frequently throughout the week. Duties include: retrieving dogs from kennels and bringing them into a predetermined yard. returning dogs to their kennels when necessary facilitating on-leash greetings monitoring dog body language managing playgroup by intervening/interrupting play when necessary Reporting on each individual participants' behaviors, positive and negative, and capturing photos and videos of the animals interacting.Volunteers must demonstrate the following to complete training: Ability to safely handle dogs of different sizes and temperaments on and off leash. Ability to successfully read dog body language and assess for a potentially unsafe interaction.Ability to safely interact and deescalate a dog-to-dog or dog-to-human negative interaction. Volunteers will be trained to safely break up dog-dog fights/scuffles when they occur. Please report to the Front Lobby at the beginning of the shift to check in with the Customer Service Team, they will let our Behavior team member know you're here. Please wear long pants and closed toed shoes during training. **Must be a Qualified Dog Walker **
Program: Shelter Operations For many shelter dogs, getting the opportunity to play and communicate with other dogs can be incredibly beneficial and enriching. Playgroups are also used to help determine dog skills. Regular species interaction has been shown to increase adoptability. It also brings additional peace of mind for adoption counselors with recommending the best match to adopters. Having additional volunteers trained in facilitating playgroups the easier it is to ensure a safe and happy playgroup. Our goal is to create a core group of volunteers to help our team run playgroups more frequently throughout the week. Duties include: retrieving dogs from kennels and bringing them into a predetermined yard. returning dogs to their kennels when necessary facilitating on-leash greetings monitoring dog body language managing playgroup by intervening/interrupting play when necessary Reporting on each individual participants' behaviors, positive and negative, and capturing photos and videos of the animals interacting.Volunteers must demonstrate the following to complete training: Ability to safely handle dogs of different sizes and temperaments on and off leash. Ability to successfully read dog body language and assess for a potentially unsafe interaction.Ability to safely interact and deescalate a dog-to-dog or dog-to-human negative interaction. Volunteers will be trained to safely break up dog-dog fights/scuffles when they occur. Please report to the Front Lobby at the beginning of the shift to check in with the Customer Service Team, they will let our Behavior team member know you're here. Please wear long pants and closed toed shoes during training. **Must be a Qualified Dog Walker **
Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dog WalkingTake our walk approved dogs for a walk! After you've completed the 2 Dog Walking Training shifts to become a Qualified Dog Walker, we welcome you to come in to walk some of our dogs on our property. If weather is too warm or rainy, then play yard enrichment will be implemented. Please familiarize yourself with the dog walking procedures and these important reminders prior to coming for your shift. *Must be a Qualified Dog Walker* Program: Shelter Operations Take our walk approved dogs for a walk! After you've completed the 2 Dog Walking Training shifts to become a Qualified Dog Walker, we welcome you to come in to walk some of our dogs on our property. If weather is too warm or rainy, then play yard enrichment will be implemented. Please familiarize yourself with the dog walking procedures and these important reminders prior to coming for your shift. *Must be a Qualified Dog Walker* Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dog Walking Training Shift #1**Please show up at 7:45 out of respect for the trainer and your fellow trainees as this training will start promptly at 8:00 AM. This training requires the full amount of time to go over the vast amount of material. If you arrive later than 8:00 AM, you may be asked to reschedule your training.** Train to become a qualified dog walker! Qualified dog walkers can walk dogs, take them on Adventure Tails, and sign up for other animal-centric volunteer opportunities! This is shift #1 of the 2 training shifts required to become a qualified dog walker. During shift #1, a lead dog walker will give you a run-down on how dog walking works in the new facility. They will show you where things are and demonstrate the proper procedure for leashing and walking. Leads will “walk” you through the process from start to finish and answer any questions you may have. Before coming in for Shift #1, you MUST watch this 5 min dog behavior video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siy0eog48ys Our lead dog walkers know you’re coming and will meet you in the adoption center lobby! *It is advised that you wear weather appropriate clothing with boots, waterproof shoes, or shoes you don’t mind getting wet or muddy. You will be outside for the majority of the training. *After you have successfully completed training shift #1, either add the “Approved for Dog Walking Training Shift #2” qualification to your profile OR email the VPM (volunteer@humanecharlotte.org) to do so for you. When your qualification has been approved, you can register for training shift #2. Note: If a new dog walker is not comfortable or a Lead Dog walker is not comfortable with the trainee being approved, ongoing sessions may be required. Program: Shelter Operations **Please show up at 7:45 out of respect for the trainer and your fellow trainees as this training will start promptly at 8:00 AM. This training requires the full amount of time to go over the vast amount of material. If you arrive later than 8:00 AM, you may be asked to reschedule your training.** Train to become a qualified dog walker! Qualified dog walkers can walk dogs, take them on Adventure Tails, and sign up for other animal-centric volunteer opportunities! This is shift #1 of the 2 training shifts required to become a qualified dog walker. During shift #1, a lead dog walker will give you a run-down on how dog walking works in the new facility. They will show you where things are and demonstrate the proper procedure for leashing and walking. Leads will “walk” you through the process from start to finish and answer any questions you may have. Before coming in for Shift #1, you MUST watch this 5 min dog behavior video: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siy0eog48ys Our lead dog walkers know you’re coming and will meet you in the adoption center lobby! *It is advised that you wear weather appropriate clothing with boots, waterproof shoes, or shoes you don’t mind getting wet or muddy. You will be outside for the majority of the training. *After you have successfully completed training shift #1, either add the “Approved for Dog Walking Training Shift #2” qualification to your profile OR email the VPM (volunteer@humanecharlotte.org) to do so for you. When your qualification has been approved, you can register for training shift #2. Note: If a new dog walker is not comfortable or a Lead Dog walker is not comfortable with the trainee being approved, ongoing sessions may be required. Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dog Walking Training Shift #2**Please show up at 7:45 out of respect for the trainer and your fellow trainees as this training will start promptly at 8:00 AM. This training requires the full amount of time to go over the vast amount of material. If you arrive later than 8:00 AM, you may be asked to reschedule your training.** Train to become a qualified dog walker! Qualified dog walkers can walk dogs, take them on Adventure Tails, and sign up for other animal-centric volunteer opportunities! This is shift #2 of the 2 training shifts required to become a qualified dog walker. During shift #2, you’ll be able to practice what you learned in shift #1 and take out a few dogs with the help of a Lead or a staff member! Prior to your shift please read through the dog walking standard operating procedures. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD. If you haven't already watched the behavior video, please do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siy0eog48ys *It is advised that you wear boots, waterproof shoes, or shoes you don’t mind getting wet or muddy. *After you have successfully completed training shift #2, either add the “Qualified Dog Walker” qualification to your profile OR email the VPM (volunteer@humanecharlotte.org) to do so for you. When your qualification has been approved, you will be able to sign up for dog walking shifts, Adventure Tails (recommend 3 walking shifts prior), and dog playgroup. For reference: Adventure Tails protocols Note: If a new dog walker is not comfortable or a Lead Dog walker/staff member is not comfortable with the trainee being approved, ongoing sessions may be required. Program: Shelter Operations **Please show up at 7:45 out of respect for the trainer and your fellow trainees as this training will start promptly at 8:00 AM. This training requires the full amount of time to go over the vast amount of material. If you arrive later than 8:00 AM, you may be asked to reschedule your training.** Train to become a qualified dog walker! Qualified dog walkers can walk dogs, take them on Adventure Tails, and sign up for other animal-centric volunteer opportunities! This is shift #2 of the 2 training shifts required to become a qualified dog walker. During shift #2, you’ll be able to practice what you learned in shift #1 and take out a few dogs with the help of a Lead or a staff member! Prior to your shift please read through the dog walking standard operating procedures. CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD. If you haven't already watched the behavior video, please do: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=siy0eog48ys *It is advised that you wear boots, waterproof shoes, or shoes you don’t mind getting wet or muddy. *After you have successfully completed training shift #2, either add the “Qualified Dog Walker” qualification to your profile OR email the VPM (volunteer@humanecharlotte.org) to do so for you. When your qualification has been approved, you will be able to sign up for dog walking shifts, Adventure Tails (recommend 3 walking shifts prior), and dog playgroup. For reference: Adventure Tails protocols Note: If a new dog walker is not comfortable or a Lead Dog walker/staff member is not comfortable with the trainee being approved, ongoing sessions may be required. Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Dog Walking: Afternoon Potty BreaksTake our walk approved dogs for a walk! The afternoon dog walking shifts will be short potty breaks for our dogs (10-15 minutes). This shorter walk allows for dogs to be nearby for potential adopters who may be interested in meeting them. You must be a qualified dog walker meaning you have completed the 2 Dog Walking Training shifts. Once completed we welcome you to walk the dogs on our property. Please familiarize yourself with the dog walking procedures and these important reminders prior to coming for your shift. Program: Shelter Operations Take our walk approved dogs for a walk! The afternoon dog walking shifts will be short potty breaks for our dogs (10-15 minutes). This shorter walk allows for dogs to be nearby for potential adopters who may be interested in meeting them. You must be a qualified dog walker meaning you have completed the 2 Dog Walking Training shifts. Once completed we welcome you to walk the dogs on our property. Please familiarize yourself with the dog walking procedures and these important reminders prior to coming for your shift. Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Event Assistance - Animal Advocacy ClubYouth Advocacy Club helps empower high school aged youth to make compassionate, informed choices through meaningful discussions about animal welfare, sustainability, and ethical living. Sessions may include conversations, guest speakers, projects and more. As a volunteer, you’ll help facilitate respectful discussions, model empathy and open-mindedness, and encourage young advocates to reflect on how their choices impact the world around them. Program: Youth Programs Youth Advocacy Club helps empower high school aged youth to make compassionate, informed choices through meaningful discussions about animal welfare, sustainability, and ethical living. Sessions may include conversations, guest speakers, projects and more. As a volunteer, you’ll help facilitate respectful discussions, model empathy and open-mindedness, and encourage young advocates to reflect on how their choices impact the world around them. Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Event Assistance - Little Paws StorytimeLittle Paws Storytime introduces children ages 1–5 to the world of animals, reading, and creativity through engaging read-alouds, meet-and-greets with animal ambassadors, and hands-on crafts. As a volunteer, you'll assist with event setup and takedown and guide children and their caregivers through each portion of the event by reading stories aloud, assisting with craft setup, and supporting interactions with animal ambassadors to ensure a safe and enriching experience for all. This is a rewarding opportunity to inspire curiosity, kindness, and a love for animals in our youngest learners. Program: Youth Programs Little Paws Storytime introduces children ages 1–5 to the world of animals, reading, and creativity through engaging read-alouds, meet-and-greets with animal ambassadors, and hands-on crafts. As a volunteer, you'll assist with event setup and takedown and guide children and their caregivers through each portion of the event by reading stories aloud, assisting with craft setup, and supporting interactions with animal ambassadors to ensure a safe and enriching experience for all. This is a rewarding opportunity to inspire curiosity, kindness, and a love for animals in our youngest learners. Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Event Assistance - Student Service DaysStudent Service Days offer children a chance to volunteer at HSC, as traditional volunteers need to be at least 16 years old. Help them learn about cats, dogs, and HSC while volunteering in various activities including cleaning, cat socialization, making enrichment items, putting together adoption bags, etc. As a volunteer you will be guiding them in various activities and monitoring to make sure they are doing their tasks well. We get hands on and often work with various HSC employees helping them out so you may learn a bit more about HSC as well! The service activities will be dependent upon the needs at that time. We have put together adoption packets, cleaned cat colony rooms, washed vans, filled kongs, organized the food bank, and more! It's a good time! "This is an opportunity available to students ages 8-15 that will include learning about the various needs of cats and dogs and how they can advocate for the animals through hands-on service opportunities. Students will earn service hours while learning about the interconnectedness of our world and how they can influence change for the better." Program: Youth Programs Student Service Days offer children a chance to volunteer at HSC, as traditional volunteers need to be at least 16 years old. Help them learn about cats, dogs, and HSC while volunteering in various activities including cleaning, cat socialization, making enrichment items, putting together adoption bags, etc. As a volunteer you will be guiding them in various activities and monitoring to make sure they are doing their tasks well. We get hands on and often work with various HSC employees helping them out so you may learn a bit more about HSC as well! The service activities will be dependent upon the needs at that time. We have put together adoption packets, cleaned cat colony rooms, washed vans, filled kongs, organized the food bank, and more! It's a good time! "This is an opportunity available to students ages 8-15 that will include learning about the various needs of cats and dogs and how they can advocate for the animals through hands-on service opportunities. Students will earn service hours while learning about the interconnectedness of our world and how they can influence change for the better." Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Event Assistant- Field TripsLove Animals AND kids, want to help educate our youth in animal welfare and more?! Then this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Join us for a field trip here at HSC! We are hosting different ages (K-12th grade) and schools. Each field trip has a theme and specific activities involved in the program. We also take the group on a tour of the facility. You'd be helping with the program as well as helping tour the students. Program: Youth Programs Love Animals AND kids, want to help educate our youth in animal welfare and more?! Then this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Join us for a field trip here at HSC! We are hosting different ages (K-12th grade) and schools. Each field trip has a theme and specific activities involved in the program. We also take the group on a tour of the facility. You'd be helping with the program as well as helping tour the students. Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Field Trip at HSC- Animal AmbassadorLove Animals AND kids, want to help educate our youth in animal welfare and more?! Then this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Join us for a field trip here at HSC! We are hosting different ages and schools depending on the day. The students will get a chance to practice their "Pat, Pet, Pause". **Must be a qualified Animal Ambassador Handler with a current background check** Program: Youth Programs Love Animals AND kids, want to help educate our youth in animal welfare and more?! Then this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Join us for a field trip here at HSC! We are hosting different ages and schools depending on the day. The students will get a chance to practice their "Pat, Pet, Pause". **Must be a qualified Animal Ambassador Handler with a current background check** Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: HSC at Kendra ScottHSC will be tabling at Kendra Scott in Southpark Mall on September 12th from 5-7 pm. 20% of all purchases at this time will go directly to the Humane Society of Charlotte! As volunteers, you will connect with customers to talk about the HSC and its programs. One volunteer will need to pick up the outreach box before the event. Program: Special Events HSC will be tabling at Kendra Scott in Southpark Mall on September 12th from 5-7 pm. 20% of all purchases at this time will go directly to the Humane Society of Charlotte! As volunteers, you will connect with customers to talk about the HSC and its programs. One volunteer will need to pick up the outreach box before the event. Program: Special Events Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 12, 2025 Zip Code: 28211 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: HSC at RVO Volunteer FairHSC is looking for 2 volunteers to table at RVO HQ's Volunteer Fair on September 30th from 10:00 am - 12:00pm, The fair will host other local volunteer opportunities at the RVO office, encouraging employees to walk around and learn about ways they can give back to our community. Volunteers will need to pick up the volunteer outreach box before the event. Program: Special Events HSC is looking for 2 volunteers to table at RVO HQ's Volunteer Fair on September 30th from 10:00 am - 12:00pm, The fair will host other local volunteer opportunities at the RVO office, encouraging employees to walk around and learn about ways they can give back to our community. Volunteers will need to pick up the volunteer outreach box before the event. Program: Special Events Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Happens On Sep 30, 2025 Zip Code: 29707 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Little Paws Storytime - Animal AmbassadorLove animals and little ones, and want to help inspire kindness and curiosity in young children? This is the volunteer opportunity for you! Join us for Little Paws Storytime designed for children ages 1–5. Participants will practice being gentle with pets and treating them with respect through observations and appropriate interactions. **Must be a qualified Animal Ambassador Handler with a current background check.** Program: Youth Programs Love animals and little ones, and want to help inspire kindness and curiosity in young children? This is the volunteer opportunity for you! Join us for Little Paws Storytime designed for children ages 1–5. Participants will practice being gentle with pets and treating them with respect through observations and appropriate interactions. **Must be a qualified Animal Ambassador Handler with a current background check.** Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pet Food Bank Delivery
You will meet at the shelter at a set time (9:30am or 11am) and load up your vehicles with pet food and supplies needed for each stop. From there we go out and deliver the food to anywhere from 5-9 homes (depending on how close they are together). Once the route is complete there is no need to return to the shelter.
*Volunteers may bring non-ripped empty plastic grocery bags along with any unwanted re-usable bags to this opportunity as the food bank uses them often.
**Volunteers must also have a vehicle with space for (sometimes large) multiple deliveries, and be able to lift 50+ pounds repetitively.** Program: Pet Help Center
You will meet at the shelter at a set time (9:30am or 11am) and load up your vehicles with pet food and supplies needed for each stop. From there we go out and deliver the food to anywhere from 5-9 homes (depending on how close they are together). Once the route is complete there is no need to return to the shelter.
*Volunteers may bring non-ripped empty plastic grocery bags along with any unwanted re-usable bags to this opportunity as the food bank uses them often.
**Volunteers must also have a vehicle with space for (sometimes large) multiple deliveries, and be able to lift 50+ pounds repetitively.** Program: Pet Help Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pet Help Center Donation and Laundry OrganizingHelp keep the Pet Food Bank Storage Building organized and ready for action! - Move and organize up to 55lbs of pet food (assistance can be provided if needed) - Prep plastic bags or ziplock bags with dog and cat food/ treats. - Organize donated collars/leashes/harnesses by size and type. - - Separate and organize pet beds, carriers, pee pads, grooming supplies, etc. so they are on shelves in logical, easy-to-access locations. -Organizing is needed based on supply, this position will assist in the shelter laundry room if organizing is completed. -Please note this position occurs mostly outside, please be prepared for various weather conditions. Program: Pet Help Center Help keep the Pet Food Bank Storage Building organized and ready for action! - Move and organize up to 55lbs of pet food (assistance can be provided if needed) - Prep plastic bags or ziplock bags with dog and cat food/ treats. - Organize donated collars/leashes/harnesses by size and type. - - Separate and organize pet beds, carriers, pee pads, grooming supplies, etc. so they are on shelves in logical, easy-to-access locations. -Organizing is needed based on supply, this position will assist in the shelter laundry room if organizing is completed. -Please note this position occurs mostly outside, please be prepared for various weather conditions. Program: Pet Help Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Pet Help Voicemail TranscriberOur Pet Help Center offers compassion and support in a time of crisis. Help our staff connect with people in need of pet food assistance as well as request for financial assistance from the community. This is a virtual opportunity to listen to voicemails and transcribe them to an Excel spreadsheet. The shift time is scheduled for mornings Monday through Saturday, but transcribing can be completed anytime during the day of your shift. **Directions on how to log in and return the transcribed voicemails are found HERE. Program: Pet Help Center Our Pet Help Center offers compassion and support in a time of crisis. Help our staff connect with people in need of pet food assistance as well as request for financial assistance from the community. This is a virtual opportunity to listen to voicemails and transcribe them to an Excel spreadsheet. The shift time is scheduled for mornings Monday through Saturday, but transcribing can be completed anytime during the day of your shift. **Directions on how to log in and return the transcribed voicemails are found HERE. Program: Pet Help Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Public Dog Training Assistant - Group ClassesThis position will assist the trainer with public dog training classes. Duties include: greeting participants in a friendly and enthusiastic manner, supporting the Dog Trainer, and helping to ensure the safety of the people and dogs in the class. These classes will occur multiple times throughout the week, including weekends, mornings, and evenings. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please be aware that if you register for a Dog Training Assistant (DTA) shift and do not attend ("no-show"), your DTA qualification will be removed immediately. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This position is currently not accepting new volunteers. Please contact training@humanecharlotte.org with any questions or concerns. Program: Shelter Operations This position will assist the trainer with public dog training classes. Duties include: greeting participants in a friendly and enthusiastic manner, supporting the Dog Trainer, and helping to ensure the safety of the people and dogs in the class. These classes will occur multiple times throughout the week, including weekends, mornings, and evenings. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ Please be aware that if you register for a Dog Training Assistant (DTA) shift and do not attend ("no-show"), your DTA qualification will be removed immediately. ~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~~ This position is currently not accepting new volunteers. Please contact training@humanecharlotte.org with any questions or concerns. Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28202 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Retail and Cat Café BaristaThis role helps to maintain our retail and cat café along side one of our Customer Service Representatives. We want to make sure visitors are taken care of efficiently, and volunteers will help us do just that! Duties Include: Making sure items are stocked and cleaned. Cash handling and using our shelter point of sale (POS) program as needed Promote retail sales Asking for donations (must be comfortable asking for donations) Maintaining cleanliness of retail space Maintaining cleanliness of café space, including, sweeping, cleaning tables, cleaning windows and scooping litter boxes. Monitoring patrons going in/out of café Greeting visitors, hospitality!Looking for volunteers who are eager to welcome people, and provide them with the support/information they are looking for. Must be able to work on your feet for most of the shift. A training shift is first required before you can do this opportunity.
Program: Shelter Operations This role helps to maintain our retail and cat café along side one of our Customer Service Representatives. We want to make sure visitors are taken care of efficiently, and volunteers will help us do just that! Duties Include: Making sure items are stocked and cleaned. Cash handling and using our shelter point of sale (POS) program as needed Promote retail sales Asking for donations (must be comfortable asking for donations) Maintaining cleanliness of retail space Maintaining cleanliness of café space, including, sweeping, cleaning tables, cleaning windows and scooping litter boxes. Monitoring patrons going in/out of café Greeting visitors, hospitality!Looking for volunteers who are eager to welcome people, and provide them with the support/information they are looking for. Must be able to work on your feet for most of the shift. A training shift is first required before you can do this opportunity.
Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Retail and Cat Cafe Barista TrainingThis shift is done at the same time as the volunteer shift. You will be trained by a lead volunteer to show you how to use the retail software to help check people out. The full description of this role is below. This role helps to maintain our retail and cat café along side one of our Customer Service Representatives. We want to make sure visitors are taken care of efficiently, and volunteers will help us do just that! Duties Include: Making sure items are stocked and cleaned. Cash handling and using our shelter point of sale (POS) program as needed Promote retail sales Asking for donations (must be comfortable asking for donations) Maintaining cleanliness of retail space Maintaining cleanliness of café space, including, sweeping, cleaning tables, cleaning windows and scooping litter boxes. Monitoring patrons going in/out of café Greeting visitors, hospitality!Looking for volunteers who are eager to welcome people, and provide them with the support/information they are looking for. Must be able to work on your feet for most of the shift. Training is provided on-site and no prior experience is necessary!
Program: Shelter Operations This shift is done at the same time as the volunteer shift. You will be trained by a lead volunteer to show you how to use the retail software to help check people out. The full description of this role is below. This role helps to maintain our retail and cat café along side one of our Customer Service Representatives. We want to make sure visitors are taken care of efficiently, and volunteers will help us do just that! Duties Include: Making sure items are stocked and cleaned. Cash handling and using our shelter point of sale (POS) program as needed Promote retail sales Asking for donations (must be comfortable asking for donations) Maintaining cleanliness of retail space Maintaining cleanliness of café space, including, sweeping, cleaning tables, cleaning windows and scooping litter boxes. Monitoring patrons going in/out of café Greeting visitors, hospitality!Looking for volunteers who are eager to welcome people, and provide them with the support/information they are looking for. Must be able to work on your feet for most of the shift. Training is provided on-site and no prior experience is necessary!
Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning & SocializationGeneral description of the duties/work: This position is for volunteers interested in enriching the lives of our ringworm cats and ensuring they have a clean space to recover medically during their stay at HSC. Enrichment is a crucial element in maintaining the welfare of our animals, especially those that are quarantined in isolation for longer periods of time like our ringworm cats. The Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning & Socialization Volunteer will be in charge of cleaning the kennels for and socializing with each of our ringworm cats. Volunteers interested in this position will be required to attend a training session to learn about proper cleaning protocol, disease management and appropriate forms of socialization for our ringworm cats. Volunteers can meet their assigned ACA in the front Lobby so that they can open the door to the cat ringworm area. Qualifications: Must complete Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning & Socialization Training Session. Must not have any allergies towards cats or aversions to wearing PPE. *Please note: ringworm is a zoonotic disease and is contagious to both humans and other animals so sanitary protocols must be followed extremely accurately for this position* Program: Shelter Operations General description of the duties/work: This position is for volunteers interested in enriching the lives of our ringworm cats and ensuring they have a clean space to recover medically during their stay at HSC. Enrichment is a crucial element in maintaining the welfare of our animals, especially those that are quarantined in isolation for longer periods of time like our ringworm cats. The Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning & Socialization Volunteer will be in charge of cleaning the kennels for and socializing with each of our ringworm cats. Volunteers interested in this position will be required to attend a training session to learn about proper cleaning protocol, disease management and appropriate forms of socialization for our ringworm cats. Volunteers can meet their assigned ACA in the front Lobby so that they can open the door to the cat ringworm area. Qualifications: Must complete Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning & Socialization Training Session. Must not have any allergies towards cats or aversions to wearing PPE. *Please note: ringworm is a zoonotic disease and is contagious to both humans and other animals so sanitary protocols must be followed extremely accurately for this position* Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning & Socialization TrainingTraining shifts for Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning and Socialization This position is for volunteers interested in enriching the lives of our ringworm cats and ensuring they have a clean space to recover medically during their stay at HSC. Enrichment is a crucial element in maintaining the welfare of our animals, especially those that are quarantined in isolation for longer periods of time like our ringworm cats. The Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning & Socialization Volunteer will be in charge of cleaning the kennels for and socializing with each of our ringworm cats. Volunteers interested in this position will be required to attend a training session to learn about proper cleaning protocol, disease management and appropriate forms of socialization for our ringworm cats. Qualifications: Must not have any allergies towards cats or aversions to wearing PPE. *Please note: ringworm is a zoonotic disease and is contagious to both humans and other animals so sanitary protocols must be followed extremely accurately for this position* Volunteers will meet in the adoption lobby to begin their shift! Program: Shelter Operations Training shifts for Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning and Socialization This position is for volunteers interested in enriching the lives of our ringworm cats and ensuring they have a clean space to recover medically during their stay at HSC. Enrichment is a crucial element in maintaining the welfare of our animals, especially those that are quarantined in isolation for longer periods of time like our ringworm cats. The Ringworm Cat Kennel Cleaning & Socialization Volunteer will be in charge of cleaning the kennels for and socializing with each of our ringworm cats. Volunteers interested in this position will be required to attend a training session to learn about proper cleaning protocol, disease management and appropriate forms of socialization for our ringworm cats. Qualifications: Must not have any allergies towards cats or aversions to wearing PPE. *Please note: ringworm is a zoonotic disease and is contagious to both humans and other animals so sanitary protocols must be followed extremely accurately for this position* Volunteers will meet in the adoption lobby to begin their shift! Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Shelter Animal Enrichment Training SessionGeneral description of the duties/work: This position is for volunteers interested in enriching the lives of our shelter animals during their stay at HSC! Enrichment is a crucial element in maintaining the welfare of both dogs and cats and provides different activities for them to engage in throughout the day. In this training session we will go over the importance of enrichment, learn different forms of enrichment available at HSC, observe and discuss basic animal behavior and body language, and review the procedures for distributing various enrichment items. Please review these documents: Location: Volunteers can meet their trainer in the front lobby. Qualifications: Must not have any allergies towards peanut butter. Program: Shelter Operations General description of the duties/work: This position is for volunteers interested in enriching the lives of our shelter animals during their stay at HSC! Enrichment is a crucial element in maintaining the welfare of both dogs and cats and provides different activities for them to engage in throughout the day. In this training session we will go over the importance of enrichment, learn different forms of enrichment available at HSC, observe and discuss basic animal behavior and body language, and review the procedures for distributing various enrichment items. Please review these documents: Location: Volunteers can meet their trainer in the front lobby. Qualifications: Must not have any allergies towards peanut butter. Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Shelter Dog Training Prep ClassDescription: HSC’s Shelter Dog Training program is dedicated to teaching shelter dogs foundational training skills to improve their quality of life, lower their length of stay, and give owners a head start on their training journey. To do this, we’ve been conducting monthly dog training classes with shelter dogs as the students, staff members as the handlers, and the Behavior Team as the instructors. We are now opening up this program to volunteers to increase the benefits we are seeing with our shelter pups! This training shift will take place in the Admin conference room (Door to the right of the Donor Wall in Adoption Lobby - Ask front desk if unable to find. Door will be propped open for you!) and is a 1.5-hour long presentation on the history and foundations of Dog Behavior and Dog Training to help prepare you for our Shelter Dog Training Classes. We’ll be discovering how dogs think, learn, and interact with the world around them, and how we can utilize this information to influence and modify dog behavior using a reward-based training system. Training Expectations: -Must be a Qualified Dog Walker -will not be taking dogs out for this training shift -participants do not need to bring anything -after the shift is complete, participants will be able to sign up for the Shelter Dog Training classes on the volunteer portal. Program: Shelter Operations Description: HSC’s Shelter Dog Training program is dedicated to teaching shelter dogs foundational training skills to improve their quality of life, lower their length of stay, and give owners a head start on their training journey. To do this, we’ve been conducting monthly dog training classes with shelter dogs as the students, staff members as the handlers, and the Behavior Team as the instructors. We are now opening up this program to volunteers to increase the benefits we are seeing with our shelter pups! This training shift will take place in the Admin conference room (Door to the right of the Donor Wall in Adoption Lobby - Ask front desk if unable to find. Door will be propped open for you!) and is a 1.5-hour long presentation on the history and foundations of Dog Behavior and Dog Training to help prepare you for our Shelter Dog Training Classes. We’ll be discovering how dogs think, learn, and interact with the world around them, and how we can utilize this information to influence and modify dog behavior using a reward-based training system. Training Expectations: -Must be a Qualified Dog Walker -will not be taking dogs out for this training shift -participants do not need to bring anything -after the shift is complete, participants will be able to sign up for the Shelter Dog Training classes on the volunteer portal. Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Shelter Dog Training SessionsHSC’s Shelter Dog Training program is dedicated to teaching shelter dogs foundational training skills to improve their quality of life, lower their length of stay, and give owners a head start on their training journey. To do this, we’ll be conducting weekly dog training classes with shelter dogs as the students, volunteers as the handlers, and the Behavior and Training Team as the instructors. This shift we will be taking out our shelter dogs for a hands-on training class! The content of the classes will change depending on a variety of factors such as our current shelter population and their personalities/behavior concerns so be prepared for anything! Generally, classes will consist of teaching dogs basic communication skills (such as Come), working on minor behavior concerns (jumping on people for attention), or potentially some confidence boosting exercises! Training supplies such as treat pouches, treats, clickers, etc. will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own. Location: Meet in adoption lobby Training Expectations: -Must be a Qualified Dog Walker -Must have completed the Shelter Dog Training Prep Class -will be taking out dogs for this shift Program: Shelter Operations HSC’s Shelter Dog Training program is dedicated to teaching shelter dogs foundational training skills to improve their quality of life, lower their length of stay, and give owners a head start on their training journey. To do this, we’ll be conducting weekly dog training classes with shelter dogs as the students, volunteers as the handlers, and the Behavior and Training Team as the instructors. This shift we will be taking out our shelter dogs for a hands-on training class! The content of the classes will change depending on a variety of factors such as our current shelter population and their personalities/behavior concerns so be prepared for anything! Generally, classes will consist of teaching dogs basic communication skills (such as Come), working on minor behavior concerns (jumping on people for attention), or potentially some confidence boosting exercises! Training supplies such as treat pouches, treats, clickers, etc. will be provided but you are welcome to bring your own. Location: Meet in adoption lobby Training Expectations: -Must be a Qualified Dog Walker -Must have completed the Shelter Dog Training Prep Class -will be taking out dogs for this shift Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Shelter Operations Voicemail Transcriber: Closing ShiftHelp our Customer Service team from the comfort of your home virtually! This role helps to clarify, log, and maintain efficient responses to patrons calling into the shelter. With your help, we can transcribe and transfer messages faster to the correct department and provide better overall customer service. When completed you will be asked to email the log to customer service immediately upon completion. Duties: Volunteers will call into our voicemail system from home and transcribe the voicemail information into an excel document to then share with the Customer Service Team via email. **Please click HERE to read the directions for this position. If you have any questions please email: customerservice@humanecharlotte.org ** Program: Shelter Operations Help our Customer Service team from the comfort of your home virtually! This role helps to clarify, log, and maintain efficient responses to patrons calling into the shelter. With your help, we can transcribe and transfer messages faster to the correct department and provide better overall customer service. When completed you will be asked to email the log to customer service immediately upon completion. Duties: Volunteers will call into our voicemail system from home and transcribe the voicemail information into an excel document to then share with the Customer Service Team via email. **Please click HERE to read the directions for this position. If you have any questions please email: customerservice@humanecharlotte.org ** Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Shelter Operations Voicemail Transcriber: Lunch ShiftHelp our Customer Service team from the comfort of your home virtually! This role helps to clarify, log, and maintain efficient responses to patrons calling into the shelter. With your help, we can transcribe and transfer messages faster to the correct department and provide better overall customer service. Duties: Volunteers will call into our voicemail system from home and transcribe the voicemail information into an excel document to then share with the Customer Service Team via email. **Please click HERE to read the directions for this position. If you have any questions please email: customerservice@humanecharlotte.org ** Program: Shelter Operations Help our Customer Service team from the comfort of your home virtually! This role helps to clarify, log, and maintain efficient responses to patrons calling into the shelter. With your help, we can transcribe and transfer messages faster to the correct department and provide better overall customer service. Duties: Volunteers will call into our voicemail system from home and transcribe the voicemail information into an excel document to then share with the Customer Service Team via email. **Please click HERE to read the directions for this position. If you have any questions please email: customerservice@humanecharlotte.org ** Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Shelter Operations Voicemail Transcriber: Morning ShiftHelp our Customer Service team from the comfort of your home virtually! This role helps to clarify, log, and maintain efficient responses to patrons calling into the shelter. With your help, we can transcribe and transfer messages faster to the correct department and provide better overall customer service. Duties: Volunteers will log into our voicemail system from home and transcribe the voicemail information into an excel document to then share with the Customer Service Team via email. **Please click HERE to read the directions for this position. If you have any questions please email: customerservice@humanecharlotte.org ** Program: Shelter Operations Help our Customer Service team from the comfort of your home virtually! This role helps to clarify, log, and maintain efficient responses to patrons calling into the shelter. With your help, we can transcribe and transfer messages faster to the correct department and provide better overall customer service. Duties: Volunteers will log into our voicemail system from home and transcribe the voicemail information into an excel document to then share with the Customer Service Team via email. **Please click HERE to read the directions for this position. If you have any questions please email: customerservice@humanecharlotte.org ** Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Shelter Organizer and LaundryDoes organizing and cleaning something you enjoy, does it spark joy? Then this is the role for you! The Shelter Organizer role ensures HSC’s daily operations are running smoothly and allows us to make the greatest impact on the animals in our care. This position will work with the Animal Care Team on laundry and laundry room organizing (Shelter laundry room is found near cat intake room). This position reports to the adoption lobby when arriving! This role is fluid in nature and one of the most helpful to our team and animals. This is a 'back of the house' role that includes laundry duties and cleaning. Program: Shelter Operations Does organizing and cleaning something you enjoy, does it spark joy? Then this is the role for you! The Shelter Organizer role ensures HSC’s daily operations are running smoothly and allows us to make the greatest impact on the animals in our care. This position will work with the Animal Care Team on laundry and laundry room organizing (Shelter laundry room is found near cat intake room). This position reports to the adoption lobby when arriving! This role is fluid in nature and one of the most helpful to our team and animals. This is a 'back of the house' role that includes laundry duties and cleaning. Program: Shelter Operations Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Surrenders Voicemail TranscriberOur surrendering program offers compassion and support in a time of crisis. Help our Pet Help Center connect with people in need of rehoming assistance for their pet as well as request for financial assistance from the community. This is a virtual opportunity to listen to voicemails and transcribe them to an Excel spreadsheet. The shift time is scheduled for mornings Monday through Saturday, but transcribing can be completed anytime during the day of your shift. **Click HERE for directions on how to complete this role! Please email surrenders@humanecharlotte.org if you have any questions or need assistance. Program: Pet Help Center Our surrendering program offers compassion and support in a time of crisis. Help our Pet Help Center connect with people in need of rehoming assistance for their pet as well as request for financial assistance from the community. This is a virtual opportunity to listen to voicemails and transcribe them to an Excel spreadsheet. The shift time is scheduled for mornings Monday through Saturday, but transcribing can be completed anytime during the day of your shift. **Click HERE for directions on how to complete this role! Please email surrenders@humanecharlotte.org if you have any questions or need assistance. Program: Pet Help Center Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Volunteer OrientationThank you for committing to volunteering with the Humane Society of Charlotte!
During this Orientation, we will review our main Policies and Procedures at HSC, what we expect of you as a volunteer, details of opportunities & training, and conclude the orientation with a tour of our facility! To sign up for an Orientation, you must have watched the virtual info session, passed the quiz with a score of 100%, and been contacted by the Volunteer Program Manager. Where: This Orientation is held in our Education Center, located at 1348 Parker Drive. What to expect: We will provide a detailed presentation about volunteering at HSC and will conclude with a tour of the facility. When you are volunteering with HSC, we ask that you wear our Volunteer t-shirt and name badge, which will be available for purchase during Orientation for $20, cash or credit accepted. *** If you are 16 or 17 years old, you MUST bring a parent or guardian with you to orientation. Additional note: Some of our Volunteer Opportunities require additional training to become qualified before being able to volunteer for specific opportunities. All Volunteer Opportunities and training procedures will be covered during the Orientation presentation. Program: Volunteer Training Thank you for committing to volunteering with the Humane Society of Charlotte!
During this Orientation, we will review our main Policies and Procedures at HSC, what we expect of you as a volunteer, details of opportunities & training, and conclude the orientation with a tour of our facility! To sign up for an Orientation, you must have watched the virtual info session, passed the quiz with a score of 100%, and been contacted by the Volunteer Program Manager. Where: This Orientation is held in our Education Center, located at 1348 Parker Drive. What to expect: We will provide a detailed presentation about volunteering at HSC and will conclude with a tour of the facility. When you are volunteering with HSC, we ask that you wear our Volunteer t-shirt and name badge, which will be available for purchase during Orientation for $20, cash or credit accepted. *** If you are 16 or 17 years old, you MUST bring a parent or guardian with you to orientation. Additional note: Some of our Volunteer Opportunities require additional training to become qualified before being able to volunteer for specific opportunities. All Volunteer Opportunities and training procedures will be covered during the Orientation presentation. Program: Volunteer Training Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Multiple Shifts Available Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |
Volunteer: Youth Programs Animal Ambassador Evaluation TestingLove animals AND kids, want to help educate our youth in animal welfare and more?! Than this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Help the Youth Programs Manager in facilitating school visits, shelter tours, field trips, scout presentations and other education related programs. Attend events with your HSC evaluated Animal Ambassador to engage children of all ages in a variety of topics relating to animal welfare. This role will vary depending on the content of the topic being taught and the location of the programming (shelter setting, school setting, etc.) To become a Qualified YP Animal Ambassador Handler you must successfully complete the following steps: Your pet must be up to date on RV, DA2PP and Bordetlla. You must be up to date on the COVID-19 vaccine. *A background check MAY be required to attend certain school grounds** After reading all the requirements and you feel that you and your animal are eligible, please email Emily Strongin estrongin@humanecharlotte.org to set up an evaluation appointment. Director of Education will collect basic info from applicant and schedule an evaluation interview with applicant and the evaluation team (Team consists of the Behavior and Training Coordinator, Youth Program Coordinator and Director of Education. The applicant will bring their dog with them to the interview. During the interview the evaluation team will interview the applicant using the evaluation questionnaire (attached), these questions are provided to the applicant prior to the interview. The Behavior and Training Coordinator will then assess the dog using the Animal Ambassador Testing Items (attached).The evaluation team will come to an agreement on if the applicant is accepted to be an AAH and will notify the applicant of their decision within 72 hours Background checking may be required Below is a general overview of HSC’s Youth Animal Ambassador Evaluation Process. This process should take an estimated 20-30 minutes. At any point, the animal cannot show signs of aggression, fearfulness, extreme stress or anxiety or else they are considered unqualified for the position. Aversive equipment such as shock collars (a.k.a. e-collars); pinch/prong collars; and choke collars are not permitted at any time. In addition, the use of inhumane and forceful training methods, including but not limited to shocking, hitting, alpha rolling (pinning a dog down using force), and hanging from the collar are absolutely not permitted. The handler may have a treat pouch and give the dog treats during the process; however, the handler cannot use treats to lure or distract the dog in any way. Treats can only be given after a part has been completed and must be out of sight at all times. Any sound producing items (such as clickers or beepers) are prohibited. Head halters, slip leads and retractable leashes are prohibited. Harnesses are allowed as long as they do not restrict the dog’s movement in any way. The animal must be at least 6 months old, up to date on all vaccinations, house-trained and have known history of socialization with people. There are no breed, gender, or age limit restrictions. Any animal with a bite history is not eligible for the program; however, exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis dependent on the reported injuries, details of the incident, and steps made to prevent future incidents. If the animal does not pass the evaluation process, they are permitted to try again after a period of two-four weeks, depending on the reason(s) the animal was not qualified. Evaluation is completed at The Humane Society of Charlotte by The Behavior and Training Team. Parts of the tests are done both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. The handler is not permitted to have a helper during the evaluation and must complete it on their own. During some parts of the evaluation, the evaluator will require the assistance of a helper/helpers. These helpers can be HSC staff members and/or HSC volunteers. Program: Youth Programs Love animals AND kids, want to help educate our youth in animal welfare and more?! Than this is the volunteer opportunity for you! Help the Youth Programs Manager in facilitating school visits, shelter tours, field trips, scout presentations and other education related programs. Attend events with your HSC evaluated Animal Ambassador to engage children of all ages in a variety of topics relating to animal welfare. This role will vary depending on the content of the topic being taught and the location of the programming (shelter setting, school setting, etc.) To become a Qualified YP Animal Ambassador Handler you must successfully complete the following steps: Your pet must be up to date on RV, DA2PP and Bordetlla. You must be up to date on the COVID-19 vaccine. *A background check MAY be required to attend certain school grounds** After reading all the requirements and you feel that you and your animal are eligible, please email Emily Strongin estrongin@humanecharlotte.org to set up an evaluation appointment. Director of Education will collect basic info from applicant and schedule an evaluation interview with applicant and the evaluation team (Team consists of the Behavior and Training Coordinator, Youth Program Coordinator and Director of Education. The applicant will bring their dog with them to the interview. During the interview the evaluation team will interview the applicant using the evaluation questionnaire (attached), these questions are provided to the applicant prior to the interview. The Behavior and Training Coordinator will then assess the dog using the Animal Ambassador Testing Items (attached).The evaluation team will come to an agreement on if the applicant is accepted to be an AAH and will notify the applicant of their decision within 72 hours Background checking may be required Below is a general overview of HSC’s Youth Animal Ambassador Evaluation Process. This process should take an estimated 20-30 minutes. At any point, the animal cannot show signs of aggression, fearfulness, extreme stress or anxiety or else they are considered unqualified for the position. Aversive equipment such as shock collars (a.k.a. e-collars); pinch/prong collars; and choke collars are not permitted at any time. In addition, the use of inhumane and forceful training methods, including but not limited to shocking, hitting, alpha rolling (pinning a dog down using force), and hanging from the collar are absolutely not permitted. The handler may have a treat pouch and give the dog treats during the process; however, the handler cannot use treats to lure or distract the dog in any way. Treats can only be given after a part has been completed and must be out of sight at all times. Any sound producing items (such as clickers or beepers) are prohibited. Head halters, slip leads and retractable leashes are prohibited. Harnesses are allowed as long as they do not restrict the dog’s movement in any way. The animal must be at least 6 months old, up to date on all vaccinations, house-trained and have known history of socialization with people. There are no breed, gender, or age limit restrictions. Any animal with a bite history is not eligible for the program; however, exceptions can be made on a case-by-case basis dependent on the reported injuries, details of the incident, and steps made to prevent future incidents. If the animal does not pass the evaluation process, they are permitted to try again after a period of two-four weeks, depending on the reason(s) the animal was not qualified. Evaluation is completed at The Humane Society of Charlotte by The Behavior and Training Team. Parts of the tests are done both indoors and outdoors, weather permitting. The handler is not permitted to have a helper during the evaluation and must complete it on their own. During some parts of the evaluation, the evaluator will require the assistance of a helper/helpers. These helpers can be HSC staff members and/or HSC volunteers. Program: Youth Programs Opportunity Type: Volunteer Date: Flexible Zip Code: 28208 Allow Groups: No |